Herman and Gwen Shapiro Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Herman and Gwen Shapiro Foundation is a private foundation in Madison, Wisconsin. In tax year 2024 it gave $700,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $700,000 and the largest $700,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$700,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$700,000
- Largest grant$700,000
- Assets$15.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.3 million | 2 | $14.3 million |
| 2023 | $1.2 million | 1 | $14.3 million |
| 2024 | $700,000 | 1 | $15.0 million |
How to apply
Herman and Gwen Shapiro Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Herman and Gwen Shapiro Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 1 | $700,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | To provide scholarships for students at the university of wisconsin medical school and the university of wisconsin nursing school. | $700,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David G Walsh
- David W Reinecke
- Dean Linda Scott
- Dean Robert Golden
- Mr Henry W Ispen
- Mr John B Walsh
- Mr John W Thompson
Questions people ask
Does Herman and Gwen Shapiro Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Herman and Gwen Shapiro Foundation give?
$700,000 in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $700,000.
Who runs Herman and Gwen Shapiro Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David G Walsh (President), David W Reinecke (Treasurer), Dean Linda Scott (Director) and Dean Robert Golden (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Herman and Gwen Shapiro Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.